2 New construction because it’s quicker and cheaper. We need this done ASAP.

3 I vote new construction designed in keeping with neighborhood history.

4 New construction will be great. Only children from the East Side.

5 New building. Space compatible with modern ed(ucational) practices. Quick – my son’s in 2nd grade – I want him in a new middle school.

6 Great work and thank you to ESPEC. New construction. Thanks – great to be surrounded by a group who values public education. So often I’m the anomaly.

7 We would like to see NB rebuilt. This session was overall very informative – Great to hear from the mayor and other people involved in the project.

8 Mow down the building and start new. The presentation should be at NB to make us aware of how bad it is. $ tags on the next round of pictures.

9 I would love to see a newly constructed building.

Votes for Renovation

1 I think it’s important to retain the exterior façade of Nathan Bishop. I know it’s more expensive, but it should continue to be an option as the planning process continues. Other schools will need to be replaced and NB is an attractive exterior. The size may become an asset. Perhaps the K-8 option would work. The new buildings in the slide show were wonderful, but what about all the mistakes? Try to draw private school parents back to the East Side schools by emphasizing advanced/”gifted” courses.

Desire for “Green”/Environmentally Conscientious Construction

1 Please make the new Nathan Bishop building as environmentally friendly and as environmentally responsible as possible. Tom Crain

2 Glad to see this happening! Real concern – will there be a plan in place for protecting the environment and families living nearby – old building contaminants, etc.

3 Quality education in a mid school – “green” building whether new or renovated.

4 Look at the whole “cost” in the renovation vs. new. Where do all buildings go if razed? Johnston landfill space at a premium. And new resources used to build a new facility, even if “green” building is not exactly sustainable. I’m all for “green” but it’s much more than passive solar, etc.

Other Concerns

1 Useful meeting! Where will students/teachers go while currently active school s being renovated or rebuilt?

2 I truly commend this organization for the hard work and commitment to our youth. As the coordinator for after school programs for middle school youth on the East Side, my struggle is constant in finding adequate space to host quality programs. Let’s keep in mind (when constructing) multi-uses when we build our new Bishop MS.

3 The only problem that I see with the current state of education, both locally and globally, is an overwhelming uncompetitive attitude, which translates into adult life.

4 I’m impressed with the initiative. I hope it is supported (to bring Providence Schools into the 21st century and bring back quality public education). I’m concerned about timing and funding. . .

5 As someone who went through Providence schools, the curriculum was better than, but the buildings are truly miserable learning environments. Timeline is an issue – we need a school here now.

6 Prompt opening – new building.

Cheerleading

1 This was an awesome event. Liked the fact that mayor appeared and spoke. Wish there was more time allowed for question and answer and maybe a mic to go around.

2 Absolutely thrilling and inspiring to me that so many wonderful families are making the choice to get involved in this issue.